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NEET Previous Year Question

$The pivot joint between atlas and axis is a type of :$

Topic: NEET PYQ

Answer: B. Full step-by-step solution below.

A $Cartilaginous joint$
B $Synovial joint$
C $Saddle joint$
D $Fibrous joint$

Correct answer: B

Solution

(b) The pivot joint between atlas (C_{1}) and axis (C_{2}) is a type of synovial joint. It allows rotatory movement of the head around the odontoid process of the axis.

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